raphic with a quote reading, "Although Extension's federal foundation is consistent nationwide, states exercise considerable discretion in how they recognize, support, and integrate Extension into their own policy frameworks." Below this quote is text reading, "Read more in Cooperative Extension in State Policy: Roles, Structure, and Opportunities for State Higher Education Leadership." In the background of the graphic is a black-and-white photo of a multiracial group of students learning to use rooting powder to propagate plants from cuttings in a greenhouse on a college campus.

State policy choices shape what Cooperative Extension can and can’t do for workforce development, rural communities, and higher ed strategy. That variation has real consequences. Explore our brief to see what your state should consider: tinyurl.com/5np54a2n.
#HigherEd #CooperativeExtension #SHEEOs

This week our teens are hard at work letting their creative minds flow. Teen Art Camp is a 3 day journey that culminates in a small art show for the participants.

#CommunityArts #CooperativeExtension #ArtCamp #FoundPoetry

There is still time to sign up for the Bull Soundness Exam Day. Call the Boone County Extension Office at 859-586-6101 before tomorrow, April 8, 4:30 PM to schedule an appointment. (Office hours are 8 AM - 4:30 PM).

#Agriculture #CooperativeExtension

🚨New Brief: Cooperative Extension is in every state, but often missing from higher ed strategy. This brief explores how statutory framing and funding shape its role. Must read from SHEEOs and policymakers: tinyurl.com/wzvp8re5
#HigherEd #CooperativeExtension #StatePolicy #HigherEdPolicy

UMaine Extension Shows What Recognition of Extension Learning Looks Like - NCHEMS This blog was created in partnership with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Special thanks to Rebecca Long, coordinator of Horticulture Training Programs, and Laura Wilson, director of No...

What does recognizing Extension learning look like? In our new blog with the University of Maine Extension, we find out the answer. Check out this blog that highlights a successful approach to recognizing Extension learning: tinyurl.com/47n56kff
#HigherEd #CooperativeExtension #SuccessStories

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Cooperative Extension services ~100 million people, helping them learn real, in-demand skills. The challenge now? Making sure Extension learning counts. Our brief explores pathways to credit and career advancement. Read now: tinyurl.com/5np54a2n
#HigherEd #CooperativeExtension #Workforce

Committee backs $47.7M request to fund UArizona Yuma Center for Desert Agriculture and Cooperative Extension work SB 17-61 would appropriate $47.7 million to the University of Arizona for the Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture, Cooperative Extension and Experiment Stations; agriculture groups strongly supported the funding and the committee gave the bill a do-pass recommendation, while members asked for further program details.

A critical $47.7 million funding proposal for the University of Arizona's Yuma Center aims to boost agriculture in a state with a $30 billion economic footprint!

Learn more here

#AZ #CitizenPortal #ResearchTransfer #EconomicImpact #ArizonaAgriculture #CooperativeExtension

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The workforce gap is real & growing. #CooperativeExtension serves millions of learners, but structural barriers & lack of alignment keep that learning from counting toward credit or careers. Explore how skills validation, policy coordination, & infrastructure can change it: tinyurl.com/5np54a2n

Millions learn through Cooperative Extension programs, but their skills often go unrecognized. Our new brief examines pathways for noncredit learning to academic credit and career mobility. Read now: tinyurl.com/5np54a2n
#HigherEd #CooperativeExtension #WorkforceDevelopment #Policy #StatePolicy

2025 was a big year, and #UCANR was there every step of the way, supporting communities across #California. Here are some highlights 📷

#CooperativeExtension #UniversityofCalifornia

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University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service program ad. Edible Landscaping. 6-7:30 PM. Located at the Boone County Extension Enrichment Center, Lower Level, 1824 Patrick Drive, Burlington KY. This class will show how you can incorporate food producing plants into your ornamental gardens in an attractive way. Registration required, call 859-586-6101 or register online at boone.mgcafe.uky.edu. An equal opportunity organization.

Join us tomorrow, Thursday January 22 to learn all about incorporating various edible plants into your ornamental gardens.

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#horticulture #EdibleLandscaping #Gardening #OnrmanetalGarden #CooperativeExtension

#Extension #CooperativeExtension #ExtensionHistory #1940s #HomeEconomics #Kitchens

Why Cooperative Extension Belongs in Statewide Higher Education Strategy - NCHEMS Cooperative Extension is a noncredit service of land-grant universities, as well as some historically Black and tribal colleges and universities. It’s designed to reach people throughout each state wi...

Cooperative Extension is an overlooked asset in state higher education strategy. Our latest NCHEMS blog explores how stronger alignment can support attainment and workforce goals statewide.
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#HigherEd #Strategy #CooperativeExtension #RuralEducation #SHEEOs

UCR PLPA240 has begun! Day 1 at the Coachella Valley Agricultural Research Station (CVARS). Matt Fatino (UCCE) on grower support-especially weed management in dates, avocados, citrus-plus trials on novel herbicides and cultural tactics. 🏜️🌴🥑
#FieldPlantPathology #UCR #CooperativeExtension

Last week, our All Programs Assistant, Jasper Stevenson, took us on a tour of Northern #Kentucky’s wild past! From erupting volcanoes and ancient oceans to the icy grip of glaciers, we explored how our region has transformed over time in this hands-on program.

#naturalscience #CooperativeExtension

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#understandingAI #AI #digitalliteracy #kentuckyextension #extension #events #northernkentuckyevents #nkyevents #cooperativeextension

Serving Rural America Through Land-Grant Colleges & Universities: Unlocking the Workforce Development Potential of Extension Services - NCHEMS

Did you know land-grant universities don’t all receive state match funding equally? Our recent study explores how refining funding structures can enhance Extension’s role in rural development. Check it out now: Read now: tinyurl.com/47em5a2v #HigherEd #CooperativeExtension #RuralDevelopment #Policy

This Summer Project has the kids using the color wheel to incorporate primary and secondary colors into a silhouette design. Each design has elements cut out from magazines and collaged into their final design. #4Hyouthdevelopment #4H #fair #boonecountyfair #cooperativeextension #art #collage

The Cooperative Extension taught farmers to share knowledge for mutual benefit. MAGOFF extends this principle to civic knowledge - we all learn, we all contribute, we all benefit. #MGF #CooperativeExtension #SharedKnowledge #MutualBenefit #CivicKnowledge #WeAllBenefit

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Thanks to our working groups, LS Consultants & Ravioli Strategies for an inspiring week in Boulder! Your insights are helping shape the future of rural development through cooperative extension. #HigherEd #CooperativeExtension #RuralDevelopment

NCHEMS and Ascendium Partner to Strengthen Rural Development Through Cooperative Extension - NCHEMS Across the country, Cooperative Extension plays a vital role in supporting rural communities — providing resources on agriculture, small business development, education, and more. As the largest provi...

2/2) Southern Rural Development Center housed at @msstate.bsky.social, and the University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services!
Learn more about their projects and the organizations leading these efforts in our latest blog: tinyurl.com/y94dkpab

#HigherEd #CooperativeExtension

Take a tour of our #garden - from newly planted to our mango tree bursting with fruit! Growing 10 trees, bushes, & vines: #mango #orange #lemon #avocado #cashews #olives #soursop #blueberries #figs #grapes #GardeningDay #cooperativeextension dietitians-online.blogspot.com/2015/04/apri...

Curious about what we do here at Extension? Check out our Report to the People - a brief overview of our most successful programs in 2024.

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#ukyextension #cooperativeextension #extension #communityprograms #kentucky #boonecountykentucky

And visit your local #cooperativeextension office for help and community!

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💡Have ideas to boost #RuralDevelopment? NCHEMS is offering grants up to $30K with hands-on support & peer learning. Open to land-grant universities, nonprofits & more! Deadline: TODAY, Jan. 6.
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🚀 NCHEMS grants = $30K + labor market insights, peer learning & tailored support for rural workforce & economic development! Deadline: Jan. 6, 2024. You won’t want to miss this opportunity. Submit an interest form: tinyurl.com/5np54a2n #CooperativeExtension #HigherEducation #grants #RuralDevelopment

Serving Rural America Through Land-Grant Colleges & Universities: Unlocking the Workforce Development Potential of Extension Services - NCHEMS

Big news for #rural changemakers! NCHEMS grants ($18-30K) will provide support to fund innovative projects for community, economic & workforce development. Join a network of collaboration and assistance! Submit an interest form by Jan. 6, 2025: tinyurl.com/5np54a2n #CooperativeExtension #HigherEd

Serving Rural America Through Land-Grant Colleges & Universities: Unlocking the Workforce Development Potential of Extension Services - NCHEMS

Have ideas to boost rural development?
@nchems.bsky.social is offering grants up to $30K + support like labor market analysis & peer learning. Open to land-grant unis, nonprofits & more! Apply by 1/6/24! tinyurl.com/5np54a2n

#CooperativeExtension #HigherEd #RuralDevelopment #grants

Serving Rural America Through Land-Grant Colleges & Universities: Unlocking the Workforce Development Potential of Extension Services - NCHEMS

Last month, NCHEMS released our framework for #CooperativeExtension and now we’re excited to launch a new #funding opportunity. We are awarding grants up to $30K to support #rural community, economic & workforce development. Deadline: Jan. 6, 2025. Submit an interest form now: tinyurl.com/5np54a2n

Bird flu raising concerns for Petaluma dairy farmers It's officially called Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, better known as bird flu, and poultry farms in the Bay Area and across the nation are in lockdown because of it.

'Bird flu raising concerns for Petaluma dairy farmers.'

"People are like, 'Oh, it's just a little conjunctivitis and it's just a handful of people here and there.' But I think that's the wrong mentality," - #CooperativeExtension specialist Maurice Pitesky

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